Reference number
****BCXH
Occupation
Information and Communications Technology
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Parramatta, Sydney, Sydney Olympic Park
Salary Information
$182,217 pa.
Package includes salary from $154,231 to $160,771, plus employer's contribution to superannuation of 12% and annual leave loading.
Closing date
30 August **** at 11:59pm
Computer Systems Officer Level 5
Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June ****
Parramatta, Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a
Senior Application Developer
to be part of our
MobiPol team, Technology & Communication Services Command
.
The Senior Application Developer guides other application developers and leads in the creation of large or complex applications that facilitate the achievement of business outcomes through the use of process and technology.
View the relevant
role description
for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)
The desirable candidate will be a Senior Application Developer with the capability to design, develop, and deliver secure, mission-critical mobile and enterprise applications that support the operational objectives of the NSW Police Force.
The role contributes to the delivery of reliable, scalable, and government-grade digital solutions by applying secure software engineering practices, providing technical leadership, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with the company security, privacy, and technology standards.
The position also drives best practice in mobile application architecture, secure coding, and DevSecOps.
t, driving innovation, operational efficiency, and improved public safety.
Key Accountabilities




Lead the development and delivery of secure mobile applications (iOS, Android, and cross-platform) for high-risk, mission-critical environments
Design and implement solutions that comply with government security standards, privacy requirements, and data protection obligations.
Oversee the full software development lifecycle, embedding securityby- design, DevSecOps, and continuous improvement practices.
Implement secure authentication and authorisation mechanisms (e.g., MFA, biometrics, identity platforms)
Conduct and oversee secure code reviews, penetration testing support, and vulnerability remediation.
Mentor developers on secure coding practices and mobile app security frameworks
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, particularly those impacting security, performance, and reliability.
Lead technical design and architecture decisions for secure mobile platforms, ensuring scalability, resilience, maintainability,
Technical Skills & Experience
Proven experience developing secure mobile applications in enterprise or government environments.
Experience with cloud-native mobile application architectures and secure cloud environments (Azure preferred).
Strong knowledge of mobile security principles, including:
Data encryption (at rest and in transit)
Secure storage (Keychain/Keystore)
API security (OAuth2, OpenID Connect)
Mobile threat mitigation (OWASP Mobile Top 1
Experience with mobile frameworks (Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, React Native)
Experience implementing identity and access management (IAM) and secure authentication flows.
Strong understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated security testing.
Ability to design scalable, resilient, and high-performance mobile solutions.
What we can offer you
competitive salary;
flexible work options;




chance to purchase leave;
annual leave loading;
corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
free annual influenza vaccination;
salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:*
an Australian Citizen;
a permanent resident of Australia; or
a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people.
We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges.
If you:
Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC\******
Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC\******
Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC\******
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
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